Fay Elementary vs Ibarra Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 526 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fay Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
514 students
Ibarra Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
| Measure | Fay Elementary San Diego, California | Ibarra Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5064 of 5,693 | #4493 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47959 of 50,301 | #45453 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 514 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.1% | 97.9% |
| Students per teacher | 27.1 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 38% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ibarra Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.0 vs 14.3).
- •Ibarra Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Ibarra Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Fay Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.1% vs 97.9%).
- •Ibarra Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 27.1).
- •Fay Elementary is the larger school with 514 students compared with 390.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fay Elementary better than Ibarra Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ibarra Elementary ranks higher (19.0 vs 14.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Fay Elementary and Ibarra Elementary?
About 526 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fay Elementary: 514. Ibarra Elementary: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fay Elementary and Ibarra Elementary rank in California?
Fay Elementary is 5064th of 5,693 and Ibarra Elementary is 4493rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).